But for those with the money, about 70 of Melbourne’s beach access homes were along the shore from Bonbeach to Chelsea — the vast majority with multimillion-dollar asking prices, according to Asset Property’s Mike Joy.

“It is the hot spot for beachfront,” Mr Joy said.

“There are very few other areas where you get them.”

Sue Brigham with her beach-loving boardoodle, Molly, at home on the Chelsea foreshore. Picture: Lawrence Pinder

Sue and Danny Brigham and their dog Molly have lived the dream at 24B Camp St, Chelsea for the past five years.

With striking sunsets, dolphin sightings, and the perfect spot for a swim or to walk the dog on their doorstep, it brought new meaning to the term beach house, Ms Brigham said.

“The view is like having a painting on your wall that’s changing all day,” she said.

The pair is selling the home with $1.985-$2.16 million in mind. It topped $1.3 million in 2013.